The University of Sheffield
Corporate Information and Computing Services

Green IT

CiCS is working to reduce the energy consumption of University IT systems and promote environmentally friendly alternatives to current printing practises. These web pages summarise the measures we are taking alongside suggestions on what individual staff can do to help.

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Low Energy Computing

CiCS uses server virtualisation, intelligent cooling and power saving modes on its central systems. You can help by moving to portable computing and switching off equipment when not in use.

Environmentally Friendly Printing

There are many ways to reduce the impact of your printing. In addition, the UPMT can provide print audits for your departments and give recommendations of more efficient printint.

Building Sustainability into Services

Local Initiatives